Mining Without Timber (1911) : Kessinger Publishing : 9780548959961 : 054895996X : 02 Jun 2008 : Mining Without Timber is a book written by Robert Bruce Brinsmade in 1911. The book is a comprehensive guide for miners who are looking to mine without using timber. It covers various aspects of mining, including the equipment needed, the techniques used, and the safety measures that need to be taken.The book begins by discussing the advantages of mining without timber, including the reduced risk of fire and the cost savings associated with not having to purchase and transport timber. It then goes on to describe the different types of equipment that can be used in mining without timber, such as steel sets, steel arches, and concrete.The book also provides detailed instructions on how to construct and install these different types of equipment, as well as how to maintain them. It also discusses the different techniques that can be used to mine without timber, such as the cut-and-fill method,